Indigenous Peoples and gender equality
Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people are contributing to every aspect of society and are working to make Canada, and the world, a better place. At the same time, they face unique and complex challenges as they strive for equal opportunities in social, economic, educational, and political life.
Services and information
Advancing reconciliation and gender equality
Women and Gender Equality Canada works to support Indigenous communities through reconciliation-focused policy making and program funding that promote the rights and well-being of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people.
Ending gender-based violence against Indigenous peoples
Learn how Women and Gender Equality Canada works in partnership with national Indigenous leaders and other federal departments and agencies to ensure a whole-of-government approach to ending gender-based violence against Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Indigenous Women's Circle
The Indigenous Women’s Circle brings together Indigenous women leaders and subject matter experts from the public and private sectors. Members discuss the challenges they face and their priorities for advancing gender equality in Canada.